Women need more calcium, iron and folic acid

Differences in weight management

Differences in weight management. Despite an extra caloric allowance, men suffer from overweight and obesity at disproportionately higher rates than women. However, due to gender differences in fat storage and fat metabolism, it is actually easier for men to lose weight if one is committed to healthier eating habits and increased physical activities.

Did you know

Did you know vitamins are grouped according to their solubility in either fat or water? Vitamins A, D, E, and K are fat soluble, meaning they need fat to be absorbed into the body and can be stored in the body. Vitamin B complexes and Vitamin C are water soluble and, because they cannot be stored in the body, they must be replaced every day.